INTERNAL AUDITOR AT SYCAMORE INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS LIMITED | INTERNAL AUDITOR JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Sycamore-ng is Financial and Technology (Fintech) services company, that operates a financial marketplace for lenders and borrowers. With a team of skilled professionals and cutting edge technology, we are well suited to cater for both businesses and individuals who need loans (borrowers), or want to make returns (lenders) on our marketplace.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-integrity and analytical Internal Auditor to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of our risk management, internal controls, and governance processes. In this role, you will act as an independent objective advisor, providing the assurance necessary to protect the organization’s assets and reputation. You will be responsible for identifying systemic gaps and offering strategic recommendations that align with both regulatory requirements and our broader organizational objectives.

The ideal candidate is a chartered professional with a sharp eye for detail and the ability to navigate the fast-paced compliance landscape of the financial services or FinTech industry.

Requirements:

Audit Execution & Risk Assessment

• Audit Planning: Plan and execute comprehensive, risk-based internal audits covering financial, operational, and compliance processes.

• Control Evaluation: Rigorously evaluate internal control systems to identify gaps, inefficiencies, or potential vulnerabilities within the organization.

• Special Reviews: Lead and support fraud investigations and special audit reviews as directed by management or the board.

Reporting & Remediation

• Reporting: Prepare detailed audit reports that clearly articulate findings and provide actionable, high-impact recommendations for process improvement.

• Follow-up: Track and monitor audit issues to ensure that remediation actions are implemented effectively and within agreed timelines.

• Advisory Services: Provide proactive advisory services to departments to help them design and improve their internal controls and risk mitigation strategies.

Compliance & Governance

• Regulatory Alignment: Ensure the organization remains in full compliance with all relevant local and international regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Integrity Maintenance: Uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and objectivity, serving as a pillar of integrity within the corporate governance structure.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Professional Certification: Possession of ACA, ACCA, CIA, ISO 27001, or CFE (or equivalent) is highly preferred.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 3–7 years of experience specifically in internal audit.

  • Prior experience within Financial Services or FinTech is a significant added advantage.

• Technical Skills:

  • Framework Knowledge: Deep understanding of risk management and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO).

  • Software Proficiency: Skilled in the use of modern audit tools, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.

  • Analytical Rigor: Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven audit findings.

• Core Competencies:

  • Excellent report writing and verbal communication skills.

  • Unwavering attention to detail and professional skepticism.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hc-recruitment@sycamore.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.